Valley Children’s Healthcare·Madera, California
The Medical Imaging Specialist supports patient care by executing specific technical tasks and support functions as delegated by a licensed provider, primarily performing diagnostic quality imaging procedures for pediatric populations. This role involves working within an energetic team environment to proactively support the delivery of safe patient care services using advanced technology.
Valley Children’s Healthcare is one of California's leading Children’s hospitals. Every member of the x-ray team is an essential part of making kids better today and healthier tomorrow through radiologic studies using state of the art technology. Performing diagnostic quality imaging procedures for our inpatient, outpatient, and emergency department population allows for participation as a member of an energetic team that proactively supports delivery of safe patient care and services. This department is tailored for those who are interested in utilizing technology to aid in caring for children in need of radiologic services.
Job
Summary: The Medical Imaging Specialist (MIS) is an unlicensed multi-skilled worker who supports patient care by performing specific technical tasks and support functions as delegated by a licensed provider. The care provided by the MIS is supervised by a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer. Working within a team environment and can manage multiple priorities in a timely manner are required skills.
Education High School Diploma/G.E.D. (required) Program Graduate of a patient care program (CNA, MA, or EMT) (preferred) Licenses and Certifications BLS - Basic Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association within 30 days of hire or transfer into position (required) MA - Medical Assistant (preferred) Other - Other CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant (preferred) Other - Other EMT- Emergency Medical Technician (preferred) Work Experience Minimum six (6) months Pediatric experience (preferred) Skills and Abilities Work within a team environment and have the ability to manage multiple priorities in a timely manner are required skills. Bilingual Skills Preferred. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Compensation Range: $22.70 - $31.10 Workshift: Day (United States of America) Position Exempt: No FTE %: 100 Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Daily Hours: 8 Have Questions? Call Recruitment Services at 559-353-7071 or email us at recruiting@valleychildrens.org Disclaimer: Final compensation will be dependent upon skills and experience. Valley Children’s Healthcare – one of the largest pediatric healthcare networks in the nation – provides Central California’s only high-quality, comprehensive care exclusively for children, from before birth to young adulthood. With more than 670 physicians and 3,500 staff, Valley Children’s delivers high-quality, comprehensive care to more than 1.3 million children in our service area. Our network offers highly specialized medical and surgical services to care for children with conditions ranging from common to the highly complex at our 358-bed stand-alone children’s hospital that includes 28 regional NICU beds. Our family-centered, pediatric services extend from a leading pediatric cancer and blood disorders center home on the West Coast, and a pediatric heart center known for its expertise and pioneering treatments, to a Regional Level IV neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), the highest level referral center between Los Angeles and the Bay Area. We participate in community initiatives, we support community efforts, we get involved where we can do the most good.
Candidates must possess a High School Diploma/G.E.D. and be able to work effectively within a team while managing multiple priorities in a timely manner. Preferred qualifications include graduation from a patient care program (CNA, MA, or EMT) and a minimum of six months of pediatric experience.
Market context
In California, full-time daytime medical imaging roles often draw steady interest because hospitals and clinics need dependable support for patient flow and diagnostic work. This position is competitive for candidates who bring team coordination, multitasking, and any pediatric or patient-care background; the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here are pulled from the original posting to save you research time. If you are applying, highlight pediatric exposure and readiness to manage priorities efficiently in a fast-paced setting.
